What's New in Version 3.1.2

Version 3.1.2 is a free update for version 3. After you have read about these new features in notation composer and notation musician, you may determine what options you have.
Our Upgrade / Update Assistant helps you to find out.

Version 3.1.2

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Version 3.1.2 is a Maintenance Release

Certification on mac OS Mojave. F2 key with same functionality as INS key (because on a Mac there is no INS key)

Update of external software libraries. Performance improvements

Updated ASIO contract with Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH

Bug fixes

The trial version of the Band-in-a-Box&reg plugin is available for additional 60 days for testing.
In case you may have deactivated it in version 3.1.1 already you can activate it again with the shortcut q!ebbt.

Update 3.1.1

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MusicXML Import

Just one single change for MusicXML import(in rare cases MusicXML files could not be opened)

With the Band-in-a-Box&reg plugin notation composer can auto-generate accompaniment in 150 and more music styles.
The Band-in-a-Box&reg plugin can be ordered separately and fully integrates into notation composer. For more on the Band-in-a-Box&reg plugin please see here.

notation composer contains a trial version of the Band-in-a-Box&reg plugin with 25 styles which expires after 60 days.
A purchase of the full plugin package can be done any time.

Flexible upgrade path to switch the language variant when upgrading to a Spanish version

High Resolution PDF Export

Notation creates a high resolution PDF export of music sheets which can be exported directly using the Notation Software
scheme for saving into a defined PDF folder.

Detection of Modern Keyboards

Modern keyboards today have a certain structure through their USB interface.
Version 3.0.2 detects those accurately.

Chords

Chord chart enhancements

The Chord Name Verification which was introduced with 3.0.1 is now configurable.

MusicXML export for chords

Installation Enhancements

Easy process for free updates

Improved guidance for users when installing the products

Improvements in the installation software for a faster and robust installation

Backup saved in zip folder

Miscellaneous

GraphOverNotes - Enhancements for better integration with staff setup

MIDI Thru with help guidance

Bug fixes

Technology

Latest libraries from FOSS Software Inc.

Ultimate Grid 7.3

Performance improvements

Reduction of the executable file size by more than 50%

Features of Version 3.0.1

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Sound Enhancements, Advanced Sound Tool for Keyboarders

Sounds of original imported MIDI files supported

Sounds of existing saved .not and .mid files from previous versions adjusted to the sounds of the original MIDI file.
This feature makes use of the original sounds automatically whilst addressing the changed sounds.
When a MIDI file is exported, the best possible sound either the original or the current sound is used.

Support of MIDI SysEx Events

MIDI file exports for GM, GM2, GS and XG formats

Advanced sound configuration tool for keyboarders

Improved User Interface

Improved User Interface for fast and effective work

New user friendly grids using the modern grid technology of Ultimate Grid

Automatic mode selection (Add/Select Mode switching) based on available features set

Enhanced Color Scheme

Yamaha XF Chord Format and Chord Validation

Full implementation of Yamaha's XF format for chords. Chords can be edited in the software and then fully exported into MIDI files
to be used on Yamaha (or compatible) keyboards.

The inserted chords will be checked for validity and in case an implausible chord name is detected, the chords are marked accordingly.
This feature works with the chord toolbox for consistent use of chord names, and to assure that the chords meet the
XF specification when exported into a MIDI file.

MIDI Device Configuration Manager (DCM) Enhancements

Improved DCM interface for easier and more effective use

New folder structure for saving and restoring of backup configuration files

Quality and Security Initiative

QuickStartGuide to immediately get started

Free user-friendly Support Desk

Security enhancements to support license structure and to protect users who purchased a license.

Installation procedure supported with 'Readme' guidelines

Easy backup of the installation files for quick restoration in case of a PC problem

Real time logging of issues for better fault diagnosis for the Notation Software
Service staff, which results in better customer service.